Ashtamangala Bell with Nine‑Spoked Vajra Crown

Product Specifications

• Height: 19 cm

• Base Diameter: 9 cm

• Weight: 450 g

• Material: Bell Metal (Bronze Alloy)

• Origin: Patan, Nepal

• Crown Type: Nine‑Spoked Vajra Crown – Union of Nine Powers

• Face Type: Prajnaparamita – Serene Wisdom Expression

• Body Motifs: Ashtamangala Symbols & Vajra Mandala Bands

• Sound Quality: Bright clarity with lingering harmonic resonance

• Casting: Hand‑Cast Lost‑Wax Bronze by Newar Artisans

Above the Neck — Crown of Awareness

Graceful and majestic, it embodies the unity of wisdom and compassion.

• Nine‑spoked vajra crown symbolising nine vehicles to enlightenment.

• Twin makaras support the base, emblems of courage and guardianship.

• Gold‑hued bronze with intricate Newar relief carving.

Face of Prajnaparamita — Wisdom in Serenity

Soft features reflect tranquil insight and compassionate grace.

• Peaceful countenance with half‑closed eyes of meditation.

• Symbol of Prajnaparamita, the embodiment of transcendent knowledge.

• Finely engraved details softly burnished to radiant warmth.

Neck of Union — Path Between Worlds

The neck connects awareness and sound, form and emptiness.

• Hollow design enhances clarity and resonant flow.

• Balanced symmetry between the crown and the body.

• Embodies continuity of stillness becoming tone.

Mantra Band & Ashtamangala Symbols

Blessings flow from sacred syllables and auspicious emblems.

• Engraved mantra band carrying energy through sacred script.

• Ashtamangala motifs — lotus, endless knot, fish, and vase.

• Symbolises balance and prosperous harmony in practice.

Lateral Vajra Bands — Circle of Protection

Layers of vajra motifs anchor strength and stability.

• Sixteen horizontal vajras encircle the bell’s main body.

• Guardians of stability and meditative steadiness.

• Sharp detailing shows Newar precision and balance.

Chatra Motifs and Kirtimukha Faces

Guardians of the mandala radiate joy and power.

• Eight chatras (umbrellas) symbolising royal protection.

• Kirtimukha or Makara faces interlinked with vajras and flowers.

• Evokes strength, grace, and compassionate presence.

Vajra Network and Bij Mandala

Sacred geometry rooted in mantra and frequency.

• 45 vertical vajras and one central double vajra for stability.

• Eight Bij syllables engraved beneath the resonating body.

• Represents the union of sound and emptiness as awakened voice.

Base Rim — Fence of Wisdom

The foundation seals the mandala of sound.

• Continuous vajra fence encircles the rim in fine relief.

• Meaning: Indestructible strength protecting awareness.

• Style: Elegant balance favoured in Newar bronze tradition.

Artisan Mastery and Blessing

A creation of devotion and spiritual discipline.

• Forged by Newar lineages of Patan’s bronze‑casting heritage.

• Lost‑wax technique refined through centuries of practice.

• Consecrated by monastic teachers for clarity and peace.